6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Western Turkey: No Casualties Reported
A powerful earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale struck western Turkey, according to the country's emergencies authority. The quake originated in the Balikesir province and occurred at 7:53 p.m. local time. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. Turkey's Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya later reassured the public that the earthquake did not result in any negative outcomes, although tremors were felt in Istanbul.